As difficult as it is to believe, there are ways to help you two draw closer to each other, build intimacy (because that doesn't simply mean sex) and continue moving forward in your marriage even when separated by thousands of miles! Here are a few key tips I would say help the most to keep the fire alive and to feel great during a deployment!

Everyone talks about working out such as; what exercises to do to get killer abs, a nice booty, and what the best exercises are to focus on toning your arms and legs. Why doesn’t anyone talk about exercise to have a killer orgasm and a great sex life? We talk about all of the other muscles of the body, yet not often does anyone mention the pelvic floor.

This month our community is focused on finding that spark that makes us feel So Sexy. Even during this season of separation, we can create moments that remind us of the sensual, gorgeous creatures we truly are- and even create a little *spark* with our deployed spouses too!

This month our community is focused on becoming our healthiest, strongest selves while we prepare for homecoming. And guess what? Chances are our spouses are spending their spare time during deployment doing the exact same thing.

The first few months of a deployment can be the most difficult. Having to adjust to a new routine and learning to live without your spouse can be quite intense. While some of the best advice for surviving deployment is to “stay busy,” another idea to consider is focusing on your own health and wellness by setting a fitness goal.

This month our community is focused on cultivating that cozy feeling even in the midst of the deployment. With a little planning and intentionality, we’ll learn to celebrate the warmth and tradition that this season brings, and to share those warm fuzzy feelings with our spouse.

This month our tribe is focused on getting the rest we need to chase after our deployment dreams. Our hope is that this month’s Brave Crate will help you to craft a brand new bedtime routine that will renew you each morning during deployment.

Below are five possible ways to save money while deployed and five examples of expenses that can unexpectedly creep up on you during deployment. Above all else, the best advice for controlling your finances during a deployment is to communicate with your partner!